Quantity Surveying

Quantity surveying is the profession concerned with the financial and contractual management of construction projects, from initial feasibility through design, tendering, and construction to final account. Quantity surveyors manage costs, advise on procurement and contracts, value work, handle disputes, and ensure that construction projects are delivered within budget. The profession sits at the intersection of finance, law, and construction technology, requiring both technical knowledge and commercial acumen.

At London South Bank University, the BSc in Quantity Surveying with Foundation Year is a four-year full-time programme that includes both a foundation year and a sandwich year with work placement. The foundation year provides a supported entry route for students who may not meet the direct entry requirements but have the motivation and practical experience to succeed in the construction and built environment professions. This makes the programme genuinely accessible to a broader range of students, including those returning to education or coming from non-traditional backgrounds.

The sandwich placement provides substantial professional experience in a quantity surveying or construction environment, and is one of the most valued elements of the degree from an employer perspective.

You will study the technical, commercial, and legal aspects of construction project management, including measurement, contracts, cost planning, procurement, and dispute resolution, developing both the knowledge and the professional confidence to operate in the industry from day one of your career.

Graduates go on to work as quantity surveyors in construction companies, developer organisations, professional practices, and the public sector. The RICS-aligned curriculum provides a strong foundation for professional qualification with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, and the degree also supports postgraduate study in construction management, project management, or built environment disciplines.